A Trip Back to See How Grand Rapids Looked in 1989
Going back 34 years doesn't seem that long, but when we see what Grand Rapids looked like in the late 80s, we realized a lot of things didn't exist back then...
Medical Mile
Did You Know Dr. Robert W. Claytor was the Founder of the Grand Rapids Urban League?
His first office was above the Burkhead and Collins Drug Store at the southeast corner of Monroe Avenue and Michigan Street, which is now known as the Medical Mile. Dr. Claytor received privileges at Saint Mary’s Hospital shortly after his arrival, becoming the first hospital-employed Black physician in Grand Rapids.
Two New Marijuana Dispensaries Opening Minutes from Downtown Grand Rapids
Dispensaries seem to be popping up left and right in West Michigan - and two new cannabis provision centers are opening up near downtown Grand Rapids soon.
Tow Truck Parade Along Medical Mile Honors Healthcare Workers
A parade of tow trucks made its way down the Medical Mile Friday night to thank all of our incredible healthcare workers on the front lines during the coronavirus pandemic.